Freedom Solar Named #1 on “6 Commercial Solar Contractors to Watch” by SitelineOriginally published by Siteline; Written by Claire Wilson.

Many of us have encountered solar contractors promoting residential solar panel installations at our doors. However, the role of solar contractors extends far beyond just residential rooftops. Commercial solar contractors are instrumental in assisting governments, schools, developers, and communities in transitioning to solar energy.

This article highlights the leading commercial solar contractors driving the shift toward renewable energy.

The Commercial Solar Industry and Its Outlook

The U.S. solar industry is experiencing remarkable growth, with a year-over-year increase of 35% in 2023. Solar energy accounted for nearly half of all new electricity-generating capacity added to the grid last year. Currently, over 10,000 solar contracting companies employ approximately 263,000 individuals. The demand for solar energy continues to rise in commercial, industrial, agricultural, educational, governmental, and nonprofit sectors, fueled by net zero initiatives, evolving regulations, and attractive tax credits.

Commercial solar contractors are essential to the transition to alternative energy sources, offering services in high demand, including:

  • Designing, installing, and maintaining high-performance solar energy systems for both existing and new buildings.
  • Planning system layouts.
  • Measuring and assembling support structures for solar panels.
  • Installing solar modules and panels.
  • Connecting panels to the electrical grid.

Top 36 Commercial Solar Contractors

Every year, Solar Power World publishes a list of Top Solar Contractors. The 2023 edition featured 420 solar energy providers, including residential, utility, and commercial contractors. To narrow it down, we identified 36 commercial solar contractors with 50 or more employees. Many of these firms are located in California and New York, two states at the forefront of the alternative energy movement.

In total, these contractors collectively installed over half a million new kilowatts (kW) of solar energy in 2022, excluding re-installation, service, and maintenance work.

Here’s a look at the top commercial solar contractors in the U.S.:

Company# of EmployeesHeadquarters
A.M. Sun Solar92CA
AFC Solar65TX
All Energy Solar271MN
American Sentry Solar106MD
Arch Solar100WI
Berkowatts Electric125NJ
Boston Solar90MA
Brooklyn SolarWorks70NY
Creative Energies60WY
Freedom Solar Power760TX
Geoscape Solar58NJ
Got Electric85MD
Harmon Electric94AZ
Harvest Power65NY
ISO Solar80PR
Jefferson Electric60IN
John Mills Electric125NY
M Bar C Construction150CA
M.L. Schmitt68MA
New Era Electric50CA
Positive Energy Solar121NM
Puget Sound Solar60WA
Renova Energy300CA
Renu Energy Solutions94NC
Resolute Performance Contracting70AZ
ReVision Energy380ME
RevoluSun Mountain States52ID
RevoluSun Smart Home180HI
Sandbar Solar60CA
Scudder Solar Energy Systems50CA
Solar by CIR150NY
Solar Holler109WV
Solar States54PA
SUNation Energy175NY
Sunrise Power Solutions92NY
Teichert Solar150CA

Freedom Solar Power: A Leader in the Commercial Solar Sector

Headquartered in Austin, TX, Freedom Solar Power started as a small operation in 2007, focusing on installing solar panels for residential clients. Today, it has expanded to 11 offices across five states and serves as a trusted solar partner for major brands such as Whole Foods and Office Depot. With 760 employees, Freedom Solar Power stands as the largest commercial solar contractor in the U.S.

The company offers both residential and commercial services, with its commercial portfolio encompassing solar energy systems for auto dealerships, multifamily housing complexes, educational institutions, healthcare campuses, hotels, restaurants, manufacturing facilities, and retail and office spaces. The range of services includes sales, financing, installation, and ongoing maintenance.

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